The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2002-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.2 SE is a small, three-door city car, designed for easy everyday driving rather than carrying a large family. In the UK used-car market, it sits among superminis, offering Volkswagen’s familiar, solid feel in a compact package that is simple to park and manoeuvre around town. mycarcheck.com recorded 80 look-ups covering 61 different VINs, a useful snapshot of buyer interest. Its checks show an average private-sale valuation of £600, average recorded mileage of 103,000 and yearly use of around 4,000 miles. Cars averaged about 4.6 previous keepers, so check each example’s history and condition carefully. Best suited to first-time drivers, commuters and couples, this Polo’s modest 1.2-litre engine and manageable size make it a practical local runabout, with three-door access trading convenience for a tidy profile. Against rivals such as the Ford Fiesta, it is known for a reassuring cabin and straightforward driving manners.